Events from April 22, 2025 – September 24, 2022 › Summer › – Happy Vermont

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Covered Bridges Half-Marathon in Pomfret

Saskadena Six Ski Area 247 Stage Road, Pomfret, VT, United States

The 33rd Annual Covered Bridges Half-Marathon stretches through beautiful countryside in Pomfret, Woodstock and Quechee. The race supports local charities. The race is sold out, but you can still run for a one of the event's non-profit partners. Or cheer runners on as a spectator....

Sheep and Wool Day in Ferrisburgh

Rokeby Museum 4334 Route 7, Ferrisburgh, VT, United States

Celebrate Vermont’s wooly heritage at Rokeby Museum’s Sheep and Wool Day. This family-friendly event will feature sheep petting, kid’s crafts, historic spinning and weaving, history farm tours and more.

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Quechee Hot Air Balloon, Craft & Music Festival

Quechee Balloon Festival 70 Village Green Circle, Quechee, VT, United States

The annual Quechee Hot Air Balloon, Craft & Music Festival—the longest running hot air balloon festival in New England—returns to the Upper Valley. Don’t miss this exciting festival with hot air balloon flights scheduled throughout weekend and additional tethered rides during the day. Enjoy music and entertainment...

Dog Mountain Founders Dog Party in St. Johnsbury

Dog Mountain 143 Parks Road, St. Johnsbury, VT, United States

You're invited to a dog party to celebrate the lives and loves of Dog Mountain founders, Stephen and Gwen Huneck. Enjoy live music, tacos, dog contests, raffle, bounce house, lawn games and more. If you have dogs, bring them. If you don’t, that's OK! Come...

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Jenny Brook Bluegrass Festival in Tunbridge

Tunbridge Fairgrounds 1 Fairground Lane, Tunbridge, VT, United States

The annual Jenny Brook Bluegrass Festival in Tunbridge features artists like the Lonesome River Band, Amanda Cook Band and Sister Sadie. Established in 2001, Jenny Brook is family-friendly and offers free passes for youth 17 and under accompanied by a parent. Multi-day tickets and day...

North Bennington Outdoor Sculpture Show

North Bennington Village North Bennington, United States

The 28th Annual North Bennington Outdoor Sculpture Show (NBOSS) is the longest-running outdoor sculpture exhibition in Southern Vermont. NBOSS offers local residents and visitors a unique opportunity to engage with the arts. The event's tagline says it all: "Sculptures, Hot Dogs and PBR since 1997."...

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Basin Bluegrass Festival in Brandon

Basin Bluegrass Festival Basin Road, Brandon, VT, United States

Enjoy performances by the Roll On Buddies, Corner Junction, Nothin' Fancy, Cedar Ridge and many others at the 30th Annual Basin Bluegrass Festival in Brandon. Tickets 3-day advance $65/$75 at the gate.  Day of tickets $15-$35. The event kicks off Thursday night with a spaghetti...

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Waterbury Arts Fest

Waterbury Arts Fest 5 Pilgrim Park Road, Waterbury, VT, United States

Celebrate Waterbury with a Friday night block party featuring a beer garden, food trucks and live music. On Saturday, an Arts Market highlights a wide variety of artists, crafters, makers, plus activities and live entertainment. Free admission.  

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Friday Night Cookouts in Adamant

Adamant Co-op 1313 Haggett Road, Adamant, VT, United States

What started as a small neighborhood gathering has grown into a popular community summer event: Friday Night Cookouts in Adamant. Bring chairs or a blanket or find seating under a large canopy or on the Adamant Co-op's porch. The menu typically includes burgers, hot dogs,...

Antiques & Uniques Festival in Craftsbury

Craftsbury Common Craftsbury, VT, United States

The Antiques & Uniques Festival on Craftsbury Common celebrates its 52 year! Shop for a variety of antiques, collectibles, jewelry, quilts, pottery, woodworking, florists and more from over 100 vendors. Food trucks will be on site. The event also includes live entertainment, kids activities and more....

Goshen Gallop Trail Race

Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center 1288 Goshen Ripton Road, Goshen, VT, United States

Since 1978, the Goshen Gallop has invited runners from across Vermont and around the world. Test your mettle on the 5k or 10k run through the Green Mountain National Forest. The Goshen Gallop’s elevation profile and rugged terrain have earned the race the nickname “the toughest...

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Middlebury Festival on-the-Green

Middlebury Village Green 3 Main Street, Middlebury, VT, United States

The Middlebury Festival on-the-Green is a free, family-friendly performance series. With more than 15 acts over seven days, the outdoor event offers a delightful experience for all ages. Check for schedule updates at festivalonthegreen.org -Courtesy photo